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The Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program provides the course work necessary to become licensed professional counselors in community mental health centers, community agencies, psychiatric facilities, and private practice. The program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). At the end of the three-year, 60-credit-hour program, students receive both the Master of Arts and the Educational Specialist degrees. Graduates are also eligible to become national certified counselors.

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Institution Location

70 Alumnae Drive
MSC 7401 JMU
Harrisonburg VA, US
22807
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Specialty

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Locations and Delivery Types

Harrisonburg, VA

Program Degree

M.A./Ed.S.

Program Contact

Dr. Debbie Sturm
[email protected]

Accredited Under Standards

2016

  • Graduates of this program are considered CACREP graduates beginning January 14, 2010
  • Accreditation Start Date: July 14, 2011
  • Accreditation Expiration: March 31, 2028
  • Accreditation Status: Accredited

Status Information

The specialized practice area was found to meet all standards in a satisfactory manner.

Program History

The Community Counseling program was initially accredited in December 1980 and has maintained its accreditation.  It became a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program in July 2011.